Is a car needed in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say yards are well-kept

Does South Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there's holiday spirit

Does South Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say parking is easy

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of South Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

What is 601 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $194,500 .

What is the price history for 601 E Park Ave?

601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $125,000 in November 2015.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

Does 601 E Park Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 601 E Park Ave?

The lot at 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.41 acres (17,860 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$194,500

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,040 sqft (on 0.41 acres)

601 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,330/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 6, 2015 for $125,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$195K

Since last month

$2K (-0.8%)

Since last year

$1K (+0.6%)

Since last sale

$70K (+55.6%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +50% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$195K
August 2026	$194K
July 2026	$196K
June 2026	$192K
May 2026	$197K
April 2026	$195K
March 2026	$189K
February 2026	$186K
January 2026	$188K
2025
December 2025	$187K
November 2025	$189K
October 2025	$193K
September 2025	$190K
August 2025	$193K
July 2025	$194K
June 2025	$199K
May 2025	$200K
April 2025	$198K
March 2025	$195K
February 2025	$189K
January 2025	$189K
2024
December 2024	$192K
November 2024	$197K
October 2024	$202K
September 2024	$201K
August 2024	$204K
July 2024	$207K
June 2024	$206K
May 2024	$207K
April 2024	$201K
March 2024	$197K
February 2024	$192K
January 2024	$190K
2023
December 2023	$191K
November 2023	$191K
October 2023	$180K
September 2023	$194K
August 2023	$196K
July 2023	$197K
June 2023	$196K
May 2023	$191K
April 2023	$186K
March 2023	$181K
February 2023	$179K
January 2023	$181K
2022
December 2022	$183K
November 2022	$185K
October 2022	$188K
September 2022	$190K
August 2022	$190K
July 2022	$191K
June 2022	$194K
May 2022	$193K
April 2022	$186K
March 2022	$181K
February 2022	$178K
January 2022	$176K
2021
December 2021	$177K
November 2021	$178K
October 2021	$178K
September 2021	$179K
August 2021	$181K
July 2021	$181K
June 2021	$177K
May 2021	$171K
April 2021	$169K
March 2021	$168K
February 2021	$163K
January 2021	$161K
2020
December 2020	$162K
November 2020	$162K
October 2020	$156K
September 2020	$155K
August 2020	$155K
July 2020	$154K
June 2020	$151K
May 2020	$152K
April 2020	$153K
March 2020	$150K
February 2020	$149K
January 2020	$150K
2019
December 2019	$150K
November 2019	$150K
October 2019	$148K
September 2019	$149K
August 2019	$149K
July 2019	$144K
June 2019	$145K
May 2019	$143K
April 2019	$144K
March 2019	$145K
February 2019	$144K
January 2019	$141K
2018
December 2018	$142K
November 2018	$144K
October 2018	$145K
September 2018	$145K
August 2018	$145K
July 2018	$145K
June 2018	$143K
May 2018	$144K
April 2018	$142K
March 2018	$141K
February 2018	$140K
January 2018	$140K
2017
December 2017	$142K
November 2017	$140K
October 2017	$138K
September 2017	$139K
August 2017	$138K
July 2017	$136K
June 2017	$135K
May 2017	$135K
April 2017	$135K
March 2017	$134K
February 2017	$132K
January 2017	$132K
2016
December 2016	$131K
November 2016	$131K
October 2016	$131K
September 2016	$129K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
34 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.48	Single-Family Home	$150,000	12/15/25	3	1	1,020

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
501 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$192,100	3	1	1,016	Off Market
306 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.15	$188,700	2	1	1,210	Off Market
402 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.16	$148,100	2	1	1,361	Off Market
404 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.17	$122,800	2	1	808	Off Market
408 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.17	$118,700	2	1	788	Off Market
412 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.18	$167,500	2	2	880	Recently Sold
521 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$176,600	3	1	931	Off Market
3209 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$176,200	1	1	856	Off Market
510 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$220,000	3	2	1,100	For Sale
511 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$209,000	3	1	932	Off Market
502 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$255,500	4	3	2,240	Off Market
3213 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$268,200	5	3	2,168	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1954

0.41 acre lot

1,040 sqft

$187/sqft

Garage

About this House

Beautiful, well taken care of RANCH home with updates and extra large 3 CAR GARAGES. Located on Park Avenue, this home offers fast access to just about everywhere; minutes from the interstate, downtown, and shopping centers. This property is a double-lot with a large, privacy fenced backyard perfect for kids, pets, gardening & entertaining. You can enjoy the convenience of the location but have your own getaway out back with mature trees and patio.

601 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,040 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $125,000 on Nov 6, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $194,500, with a rent estimate of $1,116/month.

Home Details for 601 E Park Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.41 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 6, 2015 Source: DMMLS #501427	Sold	$125,000
Aug 7, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$129,000
Sep 25, 2013 Source: DMMLS #415994	Sold	$76,000
Jun 11, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$80,200
Jun 4, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$80,200 Price decreased by 3%
Jun 1, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$82,500
Apr 26, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$82,500
Apr 17, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$82,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,490	$203,100

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Howe Elementary School
K-5
Public
272 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I hate this school and i wish i could move to a better school district quicker
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

South Park

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What Locals Say about South Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say car is needed
80 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say there are sidewalks
70 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say people would walk alone at night
44 % Say it's quiet
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say streets are well-lit
20 % Say there's wildlife
19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Jess R.
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6y ago
"Well maintained and well kept under control. Very friendly neighborhood. If i could i would move back to the area/home. "
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Lorri H.
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8y ago
"Right on the bus line, hyvee is just a couple blocks away, also laundromat and car wash, everything is close by, even if you are walking you won't have to go far"
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Frequently asked questions about 601 E Park Ave

What is 601 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $194,500.
What is the price history for 601 E Park Ave?
601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $125,000 in November 2015.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
Does 601 E Park Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 601 E Park Ave?
The lot at 601 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.41 acres (17,860 sq ft).